"best looking hoplites" Topic

I got sucked in by the great wargames factory persian infantry sale. Now I need some Greeks to fight 'em.

I would like to hear folks' thoughts on the available hoplite models, factoring in appearance and price.

This question was last asked about 4 years ago according to the search function, but there are obviously new sources since then. Thanks in advance.

Here's a post that is about a year & a half old TMP link there might be a few new ranges (maybe some the newer plastics) that weren't review then. Dean

I like Crusader. link

I like Crusader too. Foundry World of the Greeks is a nice range as well but unless I win Mega Millions they are out of reach.

Scott, those are some mighty fine Hoplites!

I heard that Alcibiades was quite the HILF…
I'll get my coat.

Bronze Age Miniatures- BEST LOOKING hoplites. Factoring in appearance and price, Warlord/Immortal's plastics.

Still Foundry for me, and I like the mix. But with all the plastics out now, you could get an army together quiet cheap.

The best, hands down are Foundry. Price wise, NOT.

I have Foundry, Immortal, Warlord, Wargames Factory, Old Glory, and bits and pieces of almost all companies.

The plastics are great for filling the ranks (tho Immortal are a little on the small side), while, even with the price, I would go with Foundry for Command/special figs.

Gorgon Studios.

Yes there seem to be several plastic 28mm manufacturers out there, Immortal, Warlord and Victrix about to throw their hat into the ring with some fine looking 3 ups….

Not really my thing, Greeks, but given my propensity to acquire anything that's shiny and new, an interesting development…

Now thats another by product of the 28mm Hard Plastic Revolution, its too easy to get sucked into armies yoy would be able to steel yourself away from if paying for lead was involved!

Foundry are the best. Well sculpted and the bulk of my force. I also have Old Glory and Crusader.

Best looking hoplites? Without a doubt, the ones in the top right of this pic:

I would wait until the Victrix range is out on sale before making any decisions. The masters look great but will that be reflected in the product that eventually makes its way to the on-line shop?

I know that Immortal/Warlord did 2 boxes – Ancient and Classical to cover different periods (plus Spartans).

Does anybody know what period the Wargames Factory and Victrix Hoplites cover? Would they be suitable for time of Alexander?

Thanks

James

@insomniac,

Victrix will probably be best for the Alexandrian period as they are launching four boxes of later Hoplites including Athenians, Thebans and Spartans. One set called Mercenary Hoplites is intended for Persian armies in the Alexander period.

Thanks Mick- I have not been following the Victrix models so that is good to know.

Looking at Wargames Factory set they did look as if they would be best for earlier periods with more bell curaiss (SP??).

Cheers

James